Aging Innovations & Achievement Awards

USAging annually identifies and showcases our members’ innovative and successful programs to encourage their replication by other agencies. Launched in 2005, the awards program recognizes AAA and Title VI Native American Aging Programs that exemplify innovation and sound management practices. Member AAAs and Title VI programs submit nominations in a variety of categories, and representatives from USAging's Board of Directors review eligible nominations to select the winning programs. The Aging Achievement Awards highlight successful programs in the field, and the Aging Innovations Awards honor the most innovative initiatives. The AIA Awards are sponsored by Caregiving.com and Cumulus.care.

In 2026, 16 Innovations winners and 33 Achievement winners were showcased at the USAging 51st Annual Conference and Tradeshow, held July 18–21, 2026 in San Diego, CA. View the 2026 AIA Awards Showcase for more information.